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FG63 AVJ

2013 Volvo V40

Blue Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

139,705 mi
Last recorded139,705 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volvo V4070,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG63 AVJ
MakeVolvo
ModelV40
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 139,705 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 139,705 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2025 133,016 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2025 133,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 125,503 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 125,503 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 117,978 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 117,978 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 108,404 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 108,404 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 100,881 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 100,881 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 86,811 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front position lamps showing slight blue light

Fail 24 Nov 2018 86,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front position lamps showing slight blue light

Pass 28 Nov 2017 76,960 miles

cut in o/s/r tyre but not to cords sidewall

Pass 29 Nov 2016 66,749 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo V40?

Based on 1,865,374 MOT tests across 172,439 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,937
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
172,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66,595
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,904
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28,897
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 27,218
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FG63 AVJ is a 2013 Volvo V40 in Blue with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2013 Volvo V40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 70,756 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo V40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66,595 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG63 AVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo V40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this Volvo V40 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FG63 AVJ registered?

FG63 AVJ is a 2013 Volvo V40, first registered on 14 October 2013.

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